My husband and I are always trying to think of ways to save money, especially on our food budget. This is the one area we tend to over spend on. There are numerous blogs dedicated to frugal meals, one of my favorites is Premeditated Leftovers. Don’t you just love the name! Alea has a wonderfulContinue reading “Frugal Meals: Tuna Veggie Macaroni”
Category Archives: Home Front
Skunked? Quick Solution!
Several years ago when we were taking care of Riley she got skunked! Mixing hydrogen peroxide and baking soda was the cure!
Safe Stripping Update
Several months ago I wrote a post about safe stripping in regards to refinishing your wooden antiques. So called “safe” strippers are a good place to turn for refinishing your wooden antiques. Safe Strippers don’t irritate your skin, their fumes aren’t damaging to your health, and their contents aren’t flammable or explosive – though, of course,Continue reading “Safe Stripping Update”
When Negative Emotions are Constructive
There is a strange conception that exists in modern society (and probably a lot earlier than that) that certain emotions are inherently negative, such as anger or sadness. This has led many people to believe that suppressing these emotions will lead to an overall happier life. However, this couldn’t be further from the truth, andContinue reading “When Negative Emotions are Constructive”
Most Delicious Buttermilk Pancakes
These Buttermilk Pancakes are an all time favorite in our family. Occasionally I will surprise my husband with his favorite breakfast.
Yard Sales: How To Be Successful
The house is on the market or perhaps you are downsizing and you’re wondering about yard sales and how to be successful?Pricing: The first thing to do to is to label everything you are selling with a price. Most people aren’t comfortable with haggling and would like to see what the price of an item is.Continue reading “Yard Sales: How To Be Successful”
The Gardenless Herb Garden
You don’t need a home in the country with lots of land to grown your own herbs. Herbs will grow quite happily in a container. If you have a sunny window that gets at least 5-6 hours of sun a day you can even grow herbs inside! In fact if the only outdoor space youContinue reading “The Gardenless Herb Garden”
Cleaning with Castile Soap
I mentioned several weeks ago that one of my favorite cleaning products was Castile soap. Two items you’ll always find in my cupboard are Castile soap and vinegar! Both are great cleaning products. There are just simply so many ways to use Castile soap in your household cleaning. Trusty Castile soap and distilled vinegar areContinue reading “Cleaning with Castile Soap”
Dealing with the “Gimmes”
Our children may be grown with their own children now but I remember the days of “I need it!”, “All the kids have one!” and “Why not?” sound familiar? Remember dating with the “gimmies”? Every parent knows that when a child wants something, he’ll morph into a master negotiator. Your debating skills may be bolsteredContinue reading “Dealing with the “Gimmes””
Exploring: Northeast Kingdom of Vermont
Once a year we have the pleasure of visiting a dear friend who lives in the Northeast Kingdom of Vermont. It’s always fun when you can visit a place that is in your own home state but is so different from where you live! It was not even an hour and a half from ourContinue reading “Exploring: Northeast Kingdom of Vermont”
Nancy on the Home Front 